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GX GSM manual 

 

1. Introduction 

The GX GSM is an accessory fo

GX-devices

It is a cellular modem; providing a mobile 

internet for the system and connection to Victron Remote Management (VRM).  

It requires a SIM card of th

Mini-SIM format

and connects to the 

GX-device

 with a 

(supplied) 1m USB cable.  

See also th

GX GSM Product Page

 

Video explaining how to connect using LAN, WiFi, and the GX GSM:  

Antennas and accessories 

GSM: A small indoor GSM antenna is included. As an option we also sell an outdoor GSM 
antenna:  

 

GSM900100100 - Outdoor 2G and 3G GSM Antenna for GX GSM 

GPS: The unit has a built-in GPS receiver. An antenna is not included; to use the GPS 
received; purchase the GPS Antenna.  

 

GSM900200100 - Active GPS Antenna for GX GSM 

See bottom of this manual for photos and specs of both optional antennas.

  

Summary of Contents for GX GSM

Page 1: ...also the GX GSM Product Page Video explaining how to connect using LAN WiFi and the GX GSM Antennas and accessories GSM A small indoor GSM antenna is included As an option we also sell an outdoor GSM...

Page 2: ...Consider using the outdoor antenna when installing the GX GSM in a closed metal enclosure Insert the SIM card You will need to eject the SIM card tray with a pen or other pointy object Be aware that t...

Page 3: ...ps reducing the risk of the SIM card being stolen and used Use a mobile phone to set the SIM pin and there after configure it on the GX device Settings GSM modem PIN code Some mobile networks require...

Page 4: ...4 GPS When the optional antenna is added the position will be visible like this Also the position is sent to the VRM Portal 5 Status Status Bar...

Page 5: ...modem Allow roaming SIM Status Status Description Ready SIM card is installed properly and registered to the network SIM not inserted SIM card is missing or not inserted properly SIM tray might hang o...

Page 6: ...e Network are 1 APN not configured contact the network operator for details 2 The network is a different one than the home network ie roaming and the setting to permit Roaming is disabled 3 Signal str...

Page 7: ...S HSPA 850 1900 MHz Dual Band This new product will be based on the Simcom SIM5360A Regional Coverage Information USA Mexico Canada and most of South America 1900 MHz is the most common frequency for...

Page 8: ...Recommended fuse size 500 mA 12 V 250 mA 24 V 100 mA 48 V Wire gauge power cable 0 5 1 5mm AWG 28 16 Antenna connector Type SMA Female SIM card Regular Mini SIM 9 Accessory Antennas Outdoor 2G and 3G...

Page 9: ...Signal Gain 3 dbi Active GPS Antenna Part number GSM900200100 Mounting option Magnet Cable Type Rg 174 Cable Length 3 0 m Connector SMA Male Straight Frequency 1575 42 MHz Impedance 50...

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